
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (393 Rentals)


Rainford Apartments

10th and Robinson

Winslow

Arbor Crest on Fourth

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The Warwick

Denizen

Hillcrest Place

Park View Hillcrest

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MoDE
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3942 8th Ave

The Nash

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Park Diplomat

The Marquis

1520 Tyler House

Hillcrest Inn

Lofts at 734 University Ave

Hilltop Terrace

3691 Reynard Way, Unit A
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3967-69 8th Ave, Unit 3

3951 Centre St

3843 Park Blvd

3507 1/2 Park Blvd

Duplet at Hillcrest | Modern Studio, 1 & 3 Bedroom Apartments

1210-1216 Essex St

Mission Florence

The Heritage on First Avenue

4034-4036 Centre St

The Egyptian
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630 W Washington St

3534-3542 5th Ave

3751 3rd Ave

3773 1st Ave

3776 1st Ave

3853 1st Ave

3761 3rd Ave

140 Walnut Ave

3772 Dove St
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4213 5th Ave

3629 3rd Ave

3766-3770 1st Ave

3802-3808 1/2 3rd Ave

3760 1st Ave

3784-3786 1st Ave

3940 Dove St

316-320 Pennsylvania Ave

4027 1st Ave
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Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,397 | $995 | $3,300 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,366 | $1,400 | $5,691 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,877 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,286 | $3,854 | $5,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 393 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA is found at Lofts at 734 University Ave and is listed at 1,799 square feet priced from $3,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | 1,799 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Onyx on Park | Live/Work 2 | 881 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
| Winslow | S7 | 582 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
| MoDE | S-A.1 | 563 Sq Ft | $2,581 |
| Strauss on Fifth | 0BR/1.0BA | 554 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Rowyn | S2 | 545 Sq Ft | $2,772 |
| 1520 Tyler House | 0BR/1.0BA | 510 Sq Ft | $2,120 |
| 3939 7th Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | 500 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Rainford Apartments | S3 | 468 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| Harvey Hillcrest | 214215216 | 450 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Hillcrest of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $995 at 3942 8th Ave. The average price for all Studio apartments in Hillcrest is currently $2,397. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 3942 8th Ave | Studio | $995 |
| Sapphire Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,595 |
| 3939 7th Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,795 |
| Duplet at Hillcrest | Modern Studio, 1 & 3 Bedroom Apartments | ADU4 | $1,895 |
| Hillcrest Place | Studio A | $1,898 |
| Harvey Hillcrest | 214215216 | $1,900 |
| Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | $1,995 |
| 1520 Tyler House | The Studio | $1,995 |
| Park Diplomat | Studio - 1 Bathroom | $2,029 |
| The Warwick | Cabrillo | $2,104 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillcrest with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Hillcrest is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is $2,397.
What is the largest available Studio Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,799 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at Lofts at 734 University Ave.
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